Yates Family Vineyard-Sisters-Mt. Veeder-Napa Valley-California-2015-14.6% Alcohol-$68.00-A bold nose of dark fruit and some spice, dark garnet in color. A medium to full bodied red blend, not quite sure varieties but would guess Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and maybe Cabernet Franc, with blackberry, blueberry, a finish of chocolate and spices, was very good. NR CR-91 Good with meats, chicken, pasta. One Cork Bonus.
Domaine E.A.R.L. Pierre Giraud-Les Sables d’Arene-Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre-Cotes du Rhone-France-2017-15.0% Alcohol-$19.99-A nose of dark fruits and spices, dark garnet in color. A medium to full bodied Rhone red blend with black cherry, raspberry, licorice and spices on long finish, a good QPR. WS-89 CR-89 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.